Download 2011 OWNERS MANUAL

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2011
OWNERS MANUAL
BOW FEATURES
(CENTROID MODEL SHOWN)
PARALLEL CAMTM
LIMB
EASY PULLTM
AXLE
STRING YOKE
STRING
LIMB BOLT
LIMB POCKET
REMOVABLE
BROADHEAD
GUARD
CABLE
Ti-GLIDETM
(PATENT PENDING)
TWO-PIECE
SHIELDTM GRIP
STABILIZER
BUSHING
STRING
SUPPRESSOR
RISER
LIMB
POCKET
LOCK SCREW
LIMB DAMPER
STRING YOKE
SPLITTER
DRAW STOP
PARALLEL CAMTM
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a PRIMETM
bow!
PRIMETM is a premium bow line by G5® Outdoors
that aims to take bow technology and innovation to
new heights. With new technologies, Parallel CamTM,
Ti-GlideTM, C1TM Limbs, 7000 Series Forged Risers,
and ShieldTM Grips, to name a few, you will find these
bows produce a truly unqiue and superior shooting
experience.
TM
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PRIME BOWHUNTING
34775 POTTER ST.
MEMPHIS, MI 48041
TOLL FREE: 866-456-8836
FAX: 810-392-2181
www.g5prime.com
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SAFETY
WARNING!!
YOU’RE RESPONSIBLE FOR ARCHERY
SAFETY
NEVER “DRY FIRE” YOUR BOW! This means to draw and release
the string without an arrow. Firing a bow without an an arrow to absorb
the energy can cause severe damage to the bow, the shooter, and
nearby persons. Let the string down slowly.
CAREFULLY INSPECT YOUR BOW BEFORE EVERY USE! Inspect
your bow before every shooting session, inspecting the limbs, strings,
cable(s), limb bolts, etc. If you notice any frayed or cut strings or
cable(s) and/or cracks, or splintering limbs immediately cease use of
the bow and contact your local pro shop.
ALWAYS BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET! Make sure there are no
persons, buildings, vehicles, or livestock behind your target. Make sure
to have proper backstop to properly stop arrows.
ALWAYS INSPECT YOUR ARROW! This means to inspect all your
arrows, nocks, and fletching for cracks, bends, or anything that will
compromise its safety. Use of cracked or damaged arrows will result in
personal injury.
KEEP BOW FROM BEING EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR
DAMPNESS! Exposing the bow to excessive heat, such as, keeping
the bow in a closed vehicle during sunny days can cause limb/string
and cable(s) failure. Never store wet bow for prolonged periods.
ALWAYS BE SAFE! Make sure to know all warnings and abide by
them. Never aim or shoot at a person. Never shoot straight up. Wear
safety glasses while working on the bow. Be careful handling broadheads or anything sharp around the string and cable(s), cutting or
nicking these can cause serious injury to you and others. Children
MUST be supervised by a responsible adult.
SETUP
YOUR LOCAL PRO SHOP IS THE BEST SOURCE FOR:
-Adjusting draw length, draw weight
-Replacing and/or servicing string and/or cables
-All aspects of bow tuning
-Proper arrow selection
-Proper selection and use of accessories
DRAW WEIGHT:
All PRIMETM bows have 10 pound draw weight adjustment capability.
For instance if you have a 60 pound bow that bow is capable of 50-60
pound adjustment. To adjust the draw weight loosen the Limb Pocket
Lock Screws first, using a 3/32” Allen wrench. Then use a 3/16” Allen
wrench to adjust the Limb Bolts equally, by turning the Limb Bolt
counterclockwise to decrease weight and clockwise to increase weight.
Each full rotation of the Limb Bolt will alter the draw weight 2-3 pounds.
Never back out the Limb Bolt more than
eight full rotations from maximum draw weight.
Limb
Bolt
Lock
Screw
TILLER:
Setting the tiller is easily
done by tightening the
limb bolts completely and
then backing them off an equal
number of turns.
BROADHEADS:
Most archers discover that they must make slight tuning adjustments
when swtiching from field points to broadheads, both fixed and
expandable, and even when using same weights. Broadheads can
have different aerodynamics than field points and require slight
adjustments in nocking point, centershot, and/or your sight. Always test
your broadhead flight before going hunting to make sure of your arrow
flight, no matter what kind of broadhead design/style.
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SETUP...
CENTERSHOT:
The ParallelTM cam and Ti-GlideTM technologies
provide a truly unqiue way to setup your
arrow’s centershot. Since the string, cables,
cams, limbs, and riser are perfectly centered
and inline, we recommend starting with the
arrow perfectly centered inline with the string
and the center of the grip/riser.(see Fig 1.) You
might need to fine-tune this during tuning.
PRE-SETTING SIGHT WINDAGE:
The ParallelTM cam and Ti-GlideTM technologies
provide a truly unqiue way to setup your sight.
Since the string, cables, cams, limbs, and riser
are perfectly centered and inline, we recommend starting with the sight pins being
centered inline with the center of the arrow,
string, and grip/riser.(see Fig 1.) You might
need to fine-tune this during tuning.
NOCKING POINT:
There are many variables
involved in determining where
to install your nock point.
These include: type of arrow,
arrow rest, fingers or release
shooting, and your hand
placement on the bow. As a
general rule of thumb, the
nock point will be set
perpindicular, or 900, to your
arrow rest. And the arrow
center should be even or
above the center of the burger
hole. (See Fig.2) Again this is
only a starting point you might
need to fine-tune this during
your setup.
Riser
String
Arrow &
Rest
Grip
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
90o
Berger
Hole
Arrow
Centerline
SETUP....
DRAW LENGTH:
-Parallel CamsTM are draw length specific cams in intervals of
1/2”. Note the Draw Length Chart below for the proper cam.
Parallel Cam Draw Lengths
Bow Model
PC#1
PC#2
PC#3
PC#4
PC#5
PC#6
PC#7
PC#8
PC#9
CENTROID
31"
30.5"
30"
29.5"
29"
28.5"
28"
27.5"
27"
SHIFT
30"
29.5"
29"
28.5"
28"
27.5"
27"
26.5"
26"
-To change out draw lengths please seek professional help of an
authrozied PRIMETM dealer/pro-shop. Please note-To ensure proper
use make sure cam washers are within .005“ of thickness from one side
to the other. For this will place the cam within the center of the limb
which is important to reduce cam lean. (See Fig 3.)
WARNING!!!
DO NOT DRAW PARALLEL CAM EQUIPPED BOWS WITHOUT BOTH DRAW STOPS PROPERLY INSTALLED!!!
Fig 3.
CAM WASHERSIDE ONE
CAM WASHERSIDE TWO
AXLE
E-CLIP
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SETUP...
Fig 4.
“-”
Minus
“+”
Postive
Draw Stop
LET OFF:
-Draw stops can be used to micro-adjust draw length -.125”
& +.250” from each cams specified draw length and adjust let-off from
80% on down to 65%. Pushing the draw stop forward, or in the
“minus” direction, will result in less let-off and shorter draw length
where as moving it backwards, or in the “positive” direction will
increase let-off and draw length. To adjust them use a 9/64” allen
wrench, loosen 8-32 cap screw one full turn, and then slide both upper
and lower draw stops equal amounts. Finally, re-tighten the 8-32 cap
screws on both draw stops. (See Fig 4.)
WARNING!!!
DO NOT DRAW PARALLEL CAM EQUIPPED BOWS
WITHOUT BOTH DRAW STOPS PROPERLY INSTALLED!!!
BOW PRESS
Presses bow in two places
FIG. 1
Presses bow in two places
FIG. 2
Always use a double pull style press, like in figures 1 and 2,
when working on your bow.
Never use a single pull style press, like in figure 3, where
pressure is placed on the grip only!
WARNING!!
NEVER USE A SINGLE PULL PRESS!
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MAINTAINING YOUR BOW
PERIODICALLY CHECK YOUR STRING & CABLES:
Always check your bow for frayed string,yokes and cables. Replace
damaged string, yokes and/or cables immediately. Also keep your
PRIMETM strings waxed and maintained. If you replace the string,
yokes, and/or cables make sure to only use PRIMETM replacements
and proper lengths for best performance and reliability.
ECCENTRIC BUSHINGS/BEARINGS:
All PRIMETM bows have self lubricating/sealed bearing systems and do
not need to be lubricated.
Ti-GLIDETM TECHNOLOGY:
All PRIMETM bows are equipped with Ti-GlideTM cable guard technology, which utilize state of the art technical composites and titanium
materials that should never wear out with normal use. Periodically
check the condition of the cables above and below the Ti-GlideTM to
see if any premature wearing/fraying has occurred. Replace Ti-GlideTM
immediately if damaged.
STRING YOKE SPLITTER:
All PRIMETM bows are equipped
with String Yoke Splitters in the
bowstring. Make sure these are
installed as viewed below. DO
NOT DRAW/FIRE A PRIMETM
BOW WITHOUT THESE
PROPERLY INSTALLED.
STORAGE:
Do not store your PRIMETM bow in areas that are subject to excessive
heat such as a trunk of an automobile, attic or garage. Excessive heat
can severely damage the limbs, strings, cables, and other bow parts
and is not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.
After use in damp or wet environments, dry off the bow completely
before storing.
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BOW OWNER’S RECORD
Fill in the following personal bow record for your reference.
Bow Serial Number:___________________________
Bow Model:__________________________________
Purchased From:_____________________________
Purchase Date:_______________________________
Draw Length:__________Draw Weight:________
String Length:________Cable(s) Length:_______
Yoke(s) Length:_______
Important:
Save your sales receipt and serial number of your new bow. The
sales receipt and serial number is your proof of date-ofpurchase. This proof of date-of-purchase will be required
should your bow ever need warranty service.
Please attach your sales receipt here for safekeeping
Notes:
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Protections in the PRIMETM Warranty:
The PRIMETM Warranty protects the original owner against defects in
the materials and workmanship if purchased from an authorized
PRIMETM retail location. Components of the bow included in the
warranty:
*Limbs
*Riser
*Cams
*Ti-GlideTM Cable Guard
Exclusions in the PRIMETM Warranty:
This warranty is void if:
*The PRIMETM bow is purchased from an unauthorized PRIMETM
dealer
*The PRIMETM bow is purchased via the Internet
*There is damage caused by abuse, mishandling, dry-firing, alteration
or modification to the original product.
All cables, strings, bearings and rubber parts on the PRIMETM bow are
not covered under the PRIMETM Warranty. This warranty is only valid
to the original owner of the bow and is not transferable.
Activating your PRIMETM Warranty:
Please mail both the completed warranty card received at purchase
along with a copy of the sales receipt, within 30 days of your purchase.
Servicing your PRIMETM Bow:
If you need repairs or have warranty issues with any PRIMETM Bow, we
ask you go through an authorized PRIMETM retail store. The store’s
service technician will be able to coordinate any replacement or
warranty parts with PRIMETM.
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:as of 11/2010 Rev1.
PRIME BOWHUNTING
34775 POTTER ST.
MEMPHIS, MI 48041
TOLL FREE: 866-456-8836
FAX: 810-392-2181
www.g5prime.com